What You Need to Know About Misophonia!

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What You Need to Know About Misophonia. Do certain everyday sounds, like chewing or tapping, instantly irritate you, but others seem unfazed? You might have misophonia, a condition where specific sounds trigger intense emotional or physical reactions. This can range from annoyance to anger, and even panic.  References: https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/what-is-misophonia

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00:09Alright, today we are going to talk about what you need to know about misophonia.

00:14Do certain everyday sounds, like chewing or tapping, instantly irritate you, but others

00:18seem unfazed? You might have misophonia, a condition where specific sounds trigger intense

00:23emotional or physical reactions. This can range from annoyance to anger, and even panic.

00:28Common triggers include aural sounds, eating, breathing, and repetitive noises,

00:32tapping, fidgeting. Some people also react to the visual cues that come with these sounds.

00:37Researchers think misophonia might be linked to how your brain processes sound,

00:40particularly repetitive noises. Reactions can be mild, discomfort, anxiety, or severe, rage, fear.

00:47Misophonia can affect your social life too, many people start avoiding situations where

00:51they might hear these sounds, like restaurants or even meals with family.

00:551. How does it start?

00:56Misophonia often starts between ages 9 and 13 and is more common in girls.

01:01Doctors aren't sure what causes it, but it's not a hearing problem,

01:04it's likely a mix of brain and body reactions.

01:07Since hearing is normal, diagnosing misophonia can be tricky. It's often confused with anxiety

01:12or OCD, but a recent study shows it's a brain-based disorder linked to sound

01:15stimulation process and the fight-or-flight response.

01:18It also involves parts of the brain that code the importance of sounds.

01:222. How is it treated?

01:24Misophonia can be managed, treatment usually includes sound therapy,

01:27using devices like hearing aids that create calming noises, and counseling to learn coping

01:31strategies. You can also try lifestyle changes like regular exercise, stress management,

01:36and using earplugs or headsets to tune out sounds.

01:40Set up quiet areas or safe spots in your home where no one will make the noises that bother you.

01:44Support is key, the Misophonia Association and the International Misophonia Research Network

01:49provide resources, and there are online communities where people share tips and advice.

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